Antique 1908 New Year Postcard Embossed Clock & Holly Design
$ 4.94
Description
Antique 1908 New Year Postcard Embossed Clock & Holly Design. This charming antique postcard from 1908 features a delicate embossed design of a clock surrounded by holly leaves and red berries, symbolizing the New Year celebration. The intricate embossing and subtle color palette highlight the craftsmanship typical of early 20th-century postcards, making it a fine collectible piece. The card measures approximately 5.5 x 3.5 inches, a standard size of that era, and is printed on textured paper with a fringed border that adds to its vintage appeal. Postmarked December 30, 1908, from Standish, Michigan, this postcard carries a one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp and a handwritten New Year's greeting on the reverse. The printed mark indicates it was made in Germany by the well-known publisher W.B. New York, specializing in embossed holiday cards. This postcard's combination of historical significance, delicate embossing, and festive theme make it a sought-after item for collectors of vintage New Year memorabilia and early American postcards.
